The class allows students to grow their ability to communicate ideas and insights with data. There are many components of a well-crafted narrative based on data---from a discussion of data sources to visualization, and from pattern detection to generalizable conclusions---which we explore in sequence across the quarter. The class does not introduce advanced data analysis techniques. It rather focuses on the essential elements of an inquiry conducted with data and places a special emphasis on how to record and communicate these. Each student enrolled in class needs to identify a dataset and a question that they are going to explore. As we examine the different components of a data inquiry, the students will carry out a corresponding analysis/writing assignment on the data they have identified, gradually building material for the narrative that will constitute their final paper. This WIM course is required for Data Science majors who are fulfilling their capstone requirement with independent research, DATASCI DATASCI 193, DATASCI 194_, DATASCI DATASCI 190, or the Notation in Science Communication. Prerequisite: STATS DATASCI 191 or equivalent. (WIM)
3 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit · GER: WIM
The class allows students to grow their ability to communicate ideas and insights with data. There are many components of a well-crafted narrative based on data---from a discussion of data sources to visualization, and from pattern detection to generalizable conclusions---which we explore in sequence across the quarter. The class does not introduce advanced data analysis techniques. It rather focuses on the essential elements of an inquiry conducted with data and places a special emphasis on how to record and communicate these. Each student enrolled in class needs to identify a dataset and a question that they are going to explore. As we examine the different components of a data inquiry, the students will carry out a corresponding analysis/writing assignment on the data they have identified, gradually building material for the narrative that will constitute their final paper. This WIM course is required for Data Science majors who are fulfilling their capstone requirement with independent research, DATASCI 193, DATASCI 194_, DATASCI 190, or the Notation in Science Communication. Prerequisite: STATS 191 or equivalent. (WIM)
Offered in Spring 2027 at Stanford University.